Buy Hoyer Lift Sling
Hoyer lift slings are special ambulatory equipment that help easily transfer a person from one place to another. It aids an individual with limited mobility with a safe and dignified transfer solution. As a caregiver and patient, ensuring the Hoyer sling is safe and of good quality protects from falls and injury. Broadway Medical Supply has been a notable contributor to medical equipment, including transfer sheets,transfer boards,immobilizers,transfer benches,transfer belts, etc. With distinguished products of top-tier quality, we aim to solve mobility issues without anyone compromising on the quality of life. If you are looking for mobility equipment that can help aid healing and faster recovery without any trouble, the range of Hoyer slings for patients lifts at Broadway Medical Supply provides effective solutions.
Types Of Hoyer Sling Available at Broadway Medical Supply
1. Full Body Commode Sling
A full body commode sling design helps transfer the patient easily on a toilet seat without discomfort. The Hoyer lift sling can carry around 600 lbs, having a mesh material to provide the needed grip when lifting the patient. Depending on the patient’s needs, you can choose from options with and without head support.
2. Disposable Sling
Disposable slings are best suited for one-time use. You can use these lift slings for bathing, showering, or pool, after which you can dispose of the sling. The weight capacity is around 320 lbs, having 100% breathable material.
3. Bariatric Lift Sling
For a bariatric person, a specially designed Hoyer lift sling helps ease the shift of patients. The bariatric lift slings are battery-operated slings with a wide cradle with 360° rotation. It has legs with wheels that easily lock in place to provide stability. The lift doesn’t operate when the battery is charging for safety concerns. It also has an emergency button, which can turn the electric lift into a manual sling to safely lower the patient back in place.
4. Leg Sling
The leg sling is attached to regular Hoyer slings for patients to lift to provide extra support. The back and seat divided leg sling allows the lifting of a person's heavy arms and legs and helps keep them suspended based on the patient's needs. It has a capacity of 450 lbs.
5. Seat Sling
A seat sling is preferred for a person who can sit. It helps easily lift the person without any discomfort. It comes with and without head support and can weigh a person between 210 lbs and 600 lbs.
6. Mobile Lifting Chair
Hydraulic Hoyer lifter gets attached to different types of Hoyer lift slings. It then carries the person's weight and helps transfer them from one place to another without inconvenience.
7. Portable Hydraulic Hoyer Lift
Hydraulic Hoyer lifter gets attached to different types of Hoyer lift slings. It then carries the weight of the person and helps transfer them from one place to another without any inconvenience.
Factors To Consider Before Buying Hoyer Sling
Type Of Support
Depending on the person's need, the transfer equipment comes with different types of support. Whether you need a chainless sling, head support, no head support, padded lift sling, or other features that will provide better support to the user will help you decide the type of mobility sling you buy.
Size Of Hoyer Sling
For a bariatric person, a specially designed Hoyer lift sling helps ease the shift of patients. The bariatric lift slings are battery-operated slings with a wide cradle with 360° rotation. It has legs with wheels that easily lock in place to provide stability. The lift doesn’t operate when the battery is charging for safety concerns. It also has an emergency button, which can turn the electric lift into a manual sling to safely lower the patient back in place. Every person has a different surface area and requires different size lift slings for comfort. No one needs to adjust because of their size. When buying a Hoyer lift sling, ensure that you measure the patient and then decide on the perfect size to make the patient and caregiver comfortable when using the lift sling. There are sizes from small to XL, which provides adequate space to fit the person.
Weight Capacity
Every type of lift sling is designed to serve various purposes and has different weight-bearing capacities. The range of weight these slings are available is between 210 lbs to 600 lbs. To ensure the person is safe and there is no fall or injury, you must check the weight capacity of the sling you buy.
Number Of Cradle Points
Cradle points help lift the person without causing him pain and discomfort. A person who needs extra support while being transferred might need extra cradle points when lifting. Most Hoyer lift slings have 4 to 6 cradle points for safe and secure grip.
Mobility Need
Only some require huge and multiple-feature Hoyer sling. Depending on your mobility needs, you can select from different portable, disposable, manual, electric, and hydraulic lift slings. The main aim is to relieve the patient and provide complete support.
Fabric Quality
The person using the lift sling must have an improved lifestyle, and the material quality matters greatly. You must ensure that the Hoyer lift sling is moisture resistant, breathable, and of good quality material so that the patient feels relaxed. Most good quality slings are of mesh and polyester. They are washable in both hot and cold water.
Why Choose Broadway Medical Supply for Hoyer Lift Sling
You cannot compromise the safety and comfort of the patient. Ensuring that the mobility equipment you buy meets industry standards, and all your requirements simultaneously is of utmost importance. Broadway Medical Supply understands the importance of quality life for a patient and focuses on delivering reliable and trusted ambulatory products. Our commitment to efficient and standard products ensures the lasting performance of all our equipment, ranging from Hoyer lift slings, wheelchairs, transfer beds, etc. We cater to provide various medical equipment and supplies that are useful in hospitals and at home. We offer different medical mobility products you can rent for the needed time. Focusing on improving our patients' mobility, confidence, and quality of life is our priority.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
1. Are Hoyer Lift Slings Reusable?
Yes, Hoyer lift slings are reusable. The material of reusable lift slings is mostly mesh polyester, which makes them breathable and washable. You can easily wash the lift sling with hot and cold-water temperatures to ensure hygiene before reusing the sling. There are disposable slings also available at Broadway Medical Supply.
2. Can A Caregiver Use a Hoyer Lift Sling Without Training?
The mobility equipment available at Broadway Medical Supply comes with an instruction manual and is of high quality, ensuring complete patient safety. While a caregiver can use the Hoyer lift sling easily, getting basic training is crucial based on the patient's need or injury. In-house caregivers require training to use lift slings to handle patients with different mobility issues easily.
3. Can I Purchase a Hoyer Lift Sling Without a Prescription?
Yes, the Hoyer lift sling is available in offline and online Broadway Medical Supply stores without a prescription. However, consulting a doctor will help you select the perfect lift sling required for the patient for easy transportation. Also, a prescription will help you claim the amount from the insurance company you spend on the Hoyer sling for patient lifts.